2026 NZIGP Spirit of ANZAC, Taupo International Motorsport Park
This event has finished.
The 2027 edition runs 24 to 25 April.
Why You Should Go
See historic and vintage race cars and crews up close at a Motorsport New Zealand‑sanctioned meeting.
Format
Two-Day Event
Crowd
Local and regional motorsport fans, historic car owners, families and paddock visitors rather than large international race crowds.
Vibe
Paddock‑focused, informal and enthusiast-driven with strong historic/car‑culture atmosphere.
About This Event
A national historic and vintage race meeting promoted by NZIGP Inc at Taupō International Motorsport Park on 25–26 April 2026. The weekend is headlined by Historic & Vintage Racing Association (HVRA) entries and runs under Motorsport New Zealand-sanctioned race meeting rules.
Expect a paddock-centric event with published competitor entry lists, schedules and paddock/camping information available on the official NZIGP event page.
1What to Expect
Get close to historic racing at Taupō with a program focused on vintage cars, club-level grids and paddock access for viewing cars and crews up close.
What makes it worth the trip:
- Headline HVRA historic and vintage racing fields with period cars and varied grids.
- Published competitor lists, supplementary regulations and paddock layouts let you plan which races and cars to see.
- Venue has dedicated paddock/camping and event-centre facilities at 463 Broadlands Road, Taupo.
Best way to experience it:
Arrive early to walk the paddock before sessions begin, consult the official NZIGP schedule to prioritise races, and use the venue's paddock and spectator areas for close-up photography and conversations with crews.
Good to know:
- Spectator tickets were sold via Ticket Fairy; check the NZIGP event page for official ticketing links and updates.
- The meeting runs under Motorsport New Zealand rules; competitor and spectator documents (entry lists, supplementary regs) are published on the NZIGP site.
About the Venue
Race Tracks
Taupo International Motorsport Park and Events Centre
- 3.32 km
- 14 turns
- Opened 2006
Taupō International Motorsport Park is on Broadlands Road, about ten minutes north of Taupō, with Mount Tauhara behind it.
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2Frequently Asked Questions
- Great if you want up-close access to historic and vintage racing paddocks.
- Great if you enjoy club-level motorsport with varied grids and classic cars.
- Great if you like planning your day from published entry lists and schedules.
- Maybe skip if you prefer large international series with grandstand atmosphere.
3Cost Breakdown
Known: spectator tickets were offered via Ticket Fairy and ticketing details are posted on the NZIGP event page. Competitor information, paddock and camping details are published by the promoter. Exact ticket prices should be confirmed on the official ticketing link.
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